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True Fitness CS8 User Manual

True Fitness CS8
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CS 8.0 Bike
Owner’s Guide
800.426.6570 / www.truefitness.com

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True Fitness CS8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTrue Fitness
ModelCS8
CategoryExercise Bike
LanguageEnglish

Summary

REVIEW FOR YOUR SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Critical safety guidelines for operating the exercise bike.

QUICK START GUIDE

STARTING UP

Initial steps to power on and begin using the exercise bike.

DURING YOUR WORKOUT

Instructions for adjusting settings during an ongoing exercise session.

PAUSING YOUR WORKOUT

Information on how to temporarily stop and resume exercise.

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

TOP FEATURES

Overview of the primary functionalities and advantages of the CS 8.0 Bike.

FANCY FEATURES

Detailed explanation of advanced or specialized features available on the console.

BASIC FEATURES

Description of the fundamental and essential operational features of the bike.

CHAPTER TWO: RIDING YOUR BIKE

GETTING STARTED ON YOUR BIKE

Guidance on initial setup, including seat adjustment and weight setting.

RIDING FORM

Advice on proper posture, pedal cadence, and breathing techniques for effective use.

MONITORING YOUR HEART RATE

Explanation of how to monitor heart rate using the bike's features.

CHEST STRAP USE

Instructions for correctly using a chest strap for heart rate monitoring.

CONTACT HEART RATE USE

Details on using the handlebar-mounted heart rate sensors.

GETTING THE MOST FROM CHR

Tips for optimizing the use of Heart Rate Control features.

CHAPTER THREE: THE DISPLAY

KEYPAD LAYOUT

Diagram and explanation of the console's keypad arrangement.

WHAT THE KEYS DO

Detailed explanation of the function of each button on the console.

UPPER CONSOLE

Explanation of the information displayed on the console's upper screen.

HOW TO READ YOUR DISPLAY

Guide to understanding the various readouts and metrics shown on the screen.

CHAPTER FOUR: WORKOUT SETUP

SETTING UP YOUR WORKOUT

Steps for configuring workout parameters before starting.

DURING YOUR WORKOUT

How to adjust settings and change workouts while exercising.

CHAPTER FIVE: MANUAL CONTROL

PERSONAL POWER FINE CONTROL

Details on adjusting resistance for personalized workout intensity.

CHAPTER SIX: PRE-SET PROGRAMS

PROGRAM CHOICES

Overview of the different pre-programmed workout routines available.

HILL PROGRAM PROFILES

Visual representation of the "Rolling Hills" and "One Big Hill" programs.

INTERVAL PROGRAM PROFILES

Visual representation of the "Easy Intervals" and "Sport Intervals" programs.

HOW PROGRAM AND SEGMENT LEVELS AFFECT METS

Explanation of how workout difficulty impacts MET values.

HOW PROGRAM LEVEL AFFECTS RANGE OF WORKLOAD

How program difficulty influences the intensity range.

CHAPTER SEVEN: HEART RATE CONTROL

INTRODUCTION TO HRC

Explanation of how Heart Rate Control (HRC) works.

TYPES OF HRC

Description of the five different Heart Rate Control modes.

CONSTANT AND INTERVAL HRC

Details on using Constant and Interval Heart Rate Control workouts.

HRC ULTRA WORKOUT

Explanation of the high-intensity HRC Ultra workout mode.

INTERVAL HRC ULTRA WORKOUT

Details on the Interval HRC Ultra workout.

CRUISE CONTROL

How to use the simple Cruise Control HRC mode.

IMPORTANT POINTS ABOUT HRC

Key considerations and tips for using Heart Rate Control effectively.

CHAPTER EIGHT: CALORIE GOAL WORKOUT

SETTING UP A CALORIE GOAL WORKOUT

Guide to configuring a workout to achieve a specific calorie burn target.

VISUAL EXPLANATION

Graphical representation of the Calorie Goal workout structure.

CHAPTER NINE: DESIGNING YOUR OWN WORKOUT

CREATING YOUR OWN WORKOUT

Methods for creating custom workout programs.

CUSTOM PROGRAMS STEP-BY-STEP

A step-by-step guide to setting up custom workout programs.

CUSTOM PROGRAMS IN DEPTH

Detailed explanation of different custom program types.

CUSTOM INTERVALS

How to create custom interval training programs.

CHAPTER TEN: FITNESS TEST

INTRODUCTION & HOW TO TEST YOURSELF

Overview and steps for performing the fitness test.

PROPER PREPARATION & BEHAVIOR

Guidelines for preparing for and conducting the fitness test.

HOW THE TEST WORKS

Explanation of the stages and methodology of the fitness test.

HOW TO USE YOUR RESULTS

Guidance on interpreting and applying fitness test results.

TEST SPECIFIC ISSUES

Information on the accuracy and specifics of the fitness test.

CHAPTER ELEVEN: MEDICAL AND ERGOMETER MODE

WHAT THESE MODES DO

Explanation of the purpose and functions of Medical and Ergometer modes.

HOW THESE MODES ARE DIFFERENT

Comparison of the features and operation of Medical and Ergometer modes.

CHAPTER TWELVE: OTHER FUNCTIONS

OTHER FUN STUFF

Description of additional features like Happy Workout and electronic input/output.

CHAPTER THIRTEEN: CREATING AN EXERCISE PLAN

THE F.I.T. CONCEPT DEFINED

Explanation of Frequency, Intensity, and Time in exercise programming.

UTILIZING THE F.I.T. CONCEPT

How to apply the F.I.T. concept to create a personalized fitness program.

BEGINNING YOUR F.I.T. PROGRAM

Guidance on starting an exercise program using the F.I.T. principles.

ESTABLISHING & MAINTAINING FITNESS

Steps for building and sustaining aerobic fitness levels.

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Strategies for using exercise to achieve weight management goals.

A SPORTS TRAINING PROGRAM

Guidelines for strength and performance training programs.

CHAPTER FOURTEEN: SETUP MODE

GETTING INTO SETUP MODE

Instructions on how to access the bike's setup menu.

CUSTOMIZABLE OPTIONS

Explanation of various settings that can be configured in Setup Mode.

MORE CUSTOM OPTIONS

Additional customizable settings available within the Setup Mode.

ODOMETERS

Explanation of the bike's usage tracking features (miles, hours, starts).

CHAPTER FIFTEEN: CARE AND MAINTENANCE

KEEPING YOUR BIKE CLEAN

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the exercise bike.

APPENDIX A

MAXIMUM HEART RATE AND TARGET HEART RATE

Information on calculating maximum and target heart rates.

TARGET HEART RATE CHART

A chart showing target heart rate zones based on age.

A NEW HRMAX EQUATION

Details on the formula used for calculating maximum heart rate.

APPENDIX B

MAXIMAL OXYGEN UPTAKE AND METS

Explanation of VO2max and METs as measures of fitness.

MET EXPLANATION

Definition and calculation of METs (Metabolic Equivalents).

APPENDIX C

DETAILS ON HOW THE CS 8.0 BIKE CONTROLS YOUR EXERCISE INTENSITY

Technical explanation of how the bike manages exercise intensity.

CONSTANT POWER & CONSTANT TORQUE

Explanation of constant power and constant torque workload control.

THE PERSONAL POWER CALCULATION

How personal power is calculated and accounts for body weight.

APPENDIX D

AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE POSITION STAND ON EXERCISE AND FITNESS

Summary of ACSM guidelines for exercise and fitness.

SPECIFIC ADVICE FOR CARDIO FITNESS AND BODY COMPOSITION

ACSM recommendations for cardiovascular health and body composition.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

REFERENCES AND SELECTED READINGS

List of cited sources and recommended reading materials.

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